NCLEX-PN
Physiological Adaptation NCLEX Questions
Question 1 of 5
When planning intervention for a client during a crisis, which of the following outcomes is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The primary goal of crisis intervention is to relieve the symptoms of anxiety and foster constructive coping. Previous psychological issues might recur during crisis, but the focus is on short-term resolution of the current problem. At the end, the nurse credits a client for positive changes and helps him or her understand what was learned. This allows the client to use the learned coping mechanisms when new problems arise.
Question 2 of 5
A primary belief of psychiatric mental health nursing is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Every person is worthy of dignity and respect. Every person has the potential to change and grow. All people have basic human needs in common with others. All behavior has meaning and can be understood from the client's perspective.
Question 3 of 5
A client is having psychological counseling for problems communicating with his mother. Which model of stress is the most useful in reference to this stressor?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The Transaction-Based Model is, according to R.S. Lazarus, a state that Stimulus theory and Response theory do not consider individual differences. He takes into account cognitive processes that intervene between the encounter and the reaction and the factors that affect the nature of this process. He includes mental and psychological components or responses as part of his concept of stress (Person-Environment Transactions).
Question 4 of 5
A client is admitted with a diagnosis of Multiple Drug Use. The nurse should plan care based on knowledge that:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Multiple drug use is common to enhance effects or relieve withdrawal symptoms, complicating assessment and intervention due to varied drug interactions.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is screening patients for immunizations. Which of following is not a contraindication for immunization?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Chronic conditions are not considered a contraindication for immunization.